East St. Louis Municipal Building

East St. Louis was founded in 1797 by Captain James Piggott, a Revolutionary War veteran. At that time it was called ‘Illinoistown’. In that year he began a ferry service across the Mississippi River, connecting Illinoistown with St. Louis. This was the beginning of its long history in manufacturing and industries.

Don’t even think of ‘parks’ing here!

Cake placement date: May 8

Where is the cake now?: The cake still sits outside the building. (April 2017)